Ep 8. You Made It!

In Making It season 2 episode 8, titled "You Made It!", the remaining makers continue to showcase their creativity and skills as they face their final challenges. Hosts Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman are joined by guest judges Michael Ian Black and Baratunde Thurston to assess the contestants' final projects.

The first challenge is the "ghosts of crafting past" where the makers are asked to showcase their previous works and how much they have grown. Each contestant brings their previous creations, which range from simple and small-scale to elaborate and detailed. The judges are impressed with the progress each maker has made since their first work and how they have incorporated their personal style into their pieces.

For the second challenge, the makers have to create something that shows their true self. This challenge allows the makers to be as innovative and creative as they would like, with no specific guidelines other than showcasing who they are as a person and a maker. They are given a variety of materials to choose from, including wood, paper, fabric, and others. The contestants have a lot of fun with this challenge, and the judges are thoroughly impressed with their final pieces.

Finally, the makers must complete a "making it challenge," where they are asked to create something in just 45 minutes using materials randomly chosen by the judges. This challenge requires fast thinking, quick and precise actions, and impeccable timing. The makers race against the clock as they create their final pieces, which leave the judges in awe.

As the episode comes to a close, the makers gather for the final judgment. The judges are thoroughly impressed with the contestants' final works and praise their creativity and skills. Hosts Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman congratulate the makers for making it to the end of the competition and wish them all the best with their future endeavors.

In conclusion, Making It season 2 episode 8, "You Made It!", is an exciting and fun-filled episode that showcases the creativity and skills of the remaining makers. With no specific guidelines in the second challenge, the contestants have the freedom to showcase who they are as a person and a maker. The final judging is full of praise and compliments, leaving the makers feeling proud of their creations and accomplishments.